Transfer a Premises Licence

Last updated on: 14-January-2020

1. Overview

If you are taking over a premises, then as the new owner you must apply for a transfer of the Premises Licence, from the previous owner to you.

How do I apply?

1. Fill in the Application for transfer of Premises Licence form. Make sure you complete all parts of the form
2. Fill in the Consent to transfer the Premises Licence form
3. Enclose the Premises Licence (or a statement as to why you can't send it)
4. You must provide proof of your right to work in the UK.
5. Enclose the fee of £23.
6. You must submit your completed application form to all of the following:

Gravesham Borough Council

• By email: licensing@gravesham.gov.uk
• By post: Licensing, Gravesham Borough Council, Civic Centre, Windmill Street, Gravesend, Kent DA12 1AU

Police Co-ordinator

• By email: licensing.north.division@kent.police.uk
• By post: Police Co-ordinator, Medway Police Station, Purser Way, Gillingham, Kent, ME7 1NE

Alcohol Licensing Team

• By email: alcohol@homeoffice.gsi.gov.uk
• By post: Alcohol Licensing Team, Lunar House, 40 Wellesley Road, Croydon CR9 2BY

Alternatively, there is a Transfer a Premises Licence application process available via GOV.UK.

• Overview
• What happens next?